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Raspberry question #743670

Asked April 11, 2021, 10:40 AM EDT

This last Fall I put in a row of eight Canby raspberry plants- bought from a local, reputable nursery.  This Spring, seven are doing great, but one is WAY behind. It's alive, has 4 or 5 ,1/2-inch leaves and 2 really small shoots breaking the soils surface close by.  Soil is consistent all thru the row, and very good. The others are doing MUCH better- w/ a dozen or more 1-inch-plus leaves, and they LOOK really, really vigorous.  Should I be patient with the one, or just go get another one and replace it with a more vigorous plant.  Thanks for any advice- MJ

Grays Harbor County Washington

Expert Response

I would be patient.  If it looks healthy, and it sounds like it does,  wait it out.  Chances are the roots may have had a little more difficult time getting established. Here is a great resource for growing your raspberries:  

http://pubs.cahnrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/04/em103e.pdf

Alice Slusher Replied April 11, 2021, 2:31 PM EDT

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